As a job seeker, are you really hungry?
Wanting “easy” is why most people underestimate the time and effort it takes to achieve success—whether that’s shooting a round of golf under 85, running a marathon, starting a...
When interviewing, leave something behind
An interview I conducted over 15 years ago has stayed with me ever since. I was filling a Team Leader position for a QA team of 12 representatives. The...
Job Seekers: Look to those who are getting hired
This past August, I participated in a LinkedIn Live session with career coach Ruth Sternberg, titled Job Search Myths Shattered. In my closing remarks, I mentioned that even in...
Who knows you are job searching?
A few weeks ago, I was catching up with a friend at a local watering hole. Trevor: “You keep in touch with Kyle. Did you know he lost his...
Calling yourself ‘talent’ does not mean you can offer value to employers
The job market is crowded with applicants claiming to be “talented.” What’s lacking are job seekers who provide concrete evidence of their skills and how their supposed “talent” has...
What being ‘qualified’ means to an employer
A recurring grievance among job seekers is, “I’m qualified, so why are employers not contacting me?” Asking this reveals a lack of understanding of what being “qualified” means from...
7 hard truths that will help your job search (once you accept them)
As a constant reminder of my place in the world above my desk, I display this quote by Ayn Rand: “You can avoid reality, but you cannot avoid the...
In 2025, job search success requires a strong ‘want it’ factor
When you want something badly enough, you’ll find a way to get it. In the context of job search success, only one factor matters: how badly do you want...
Job Seekers: You only control three things
Take a step back from all the toxic noise surrounding job searching these days. If you’re a job seeker in 2025, you’re likely feeling frustrated, overwhelmed, and quite possibly...
Job search success requires being seen as a rock star
There was a time when I believed I could simply show up and be loved by everyone; such was my ego. I thought I had “rock star-like” status that...